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What does the PS warning light on Nissan Sylphy mean?

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McDakota

08/27/25 6:08am

It indicates the steering wheel lock indicator, and the steering wheel lock light will disappear after starting the engine. Below are relevant introductions: 1. Introduction to automobile steering gear: The automobile steering gear, also known as the steering mechanism or steering box, is the most important component in the automobile steering system. Its function is to amplify the force transmitted from the steering wheel to the steering linkage and change the direction of force transmission. 2. Methods to determine if the automobile steering gear is faulty include: unstable driving direction, increased steering wheel play, difficulty in steering wheel return, understeer or oversteer, steering wheel vibration, directional wobbling, heavy steering, and abnormal noises from the automobile steering gear. 3. Methods to maintain the automobile steering gear: Avoid turning the steering wheel while stationary; turn the steering wheel only after the vehicle is in motion. After parking, return the steering wheel to the central position to avoid bearing load.

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SanAubree

09/09/25 5:01am

I also encountered the PS warning light coming on while driving my Sylphy. It's actually an alert for the electric power steering system. The most common issue is a faulty torque sensor inside the steering gear, which is responsible for sensing the steering wheel force. Last time my car's light came on suddenly after car wash, and the mechanic found water leakage causing a short circuit at the steering gear connector - drying it with an air gun fixed the problem. But in severe cases, the entire steering gear assembly needs replacement, and the quoted price of six to seven thousand is truly painful! Daily precautions include avoiding holding the steering wheel at full lock for over 5 seconds and checking the engine compartment for water accumulation after rain. By the way, if the steering wheel becomes noticeably heavier, never force it - even low-speed maneuvering in the neighborhood becomes difficult. It's best to immediately visit a repair shop to read the fault codes.

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